Supply Chain Manager
DBG Arkansas, LLCConway, AR
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain operations within the manufacturing environment. This role ensures the timely procurement of materials, efficient production planning, inventory control, and distribution to meet customer demands while minimizing costs and maintaining high-quality standards. The manager collaborates closely with suppliers, production teams, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, implement, and manage supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives and production requirements.
- Oversee procurement, inventory management, production planning, and logistics operations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with automotive suppliers and vendors to ensure consistent material availability and quality.
- Monitor supply chain performance using KPIs (e.g., on-time delivery, inventory turnover, cost efficiency).
- Identify risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to prevent disruptions.
- Optimize inventory levels to balance cost control with production continuity.
- Lead demand forecasting and capacity planning initiatives in coordination with Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP).
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including process automation and lean manufacturing principles.
- Manage and develop a team of material professionals.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Strong knowledge of automotive production processes, just-in-time (JIT), and lean principles.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP,) and supply chain software tools.
- Proven leadership and team management experience.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong negotiation and supplier management abilities.
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, preferably within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification such as APICS (CPIM, CSCP) or Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt).
- Experience with global supply chain operations and international logistics.
- Familiarity with automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949).
KEY COMPETENCIES:
- Strategic Thinking.
- Operational Excellence.
- Risk Management.
- Data-Driven Decision Making.
- Supplier Relationship Management.
- Leadership and Team Development.
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